Master's Degree in Citizenship and Values Education
Barcelona, Spain
Master degree
DURATION
1 year
LANGUAGES
Spanish
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
TUITION FEES
EUR 19 / per credit *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* 19.37 euros per credit (82 euros for students who are not EU nationals and do not currently reside in Spain). Fees for the academic year 2025-2026
Key Summary
Given the educational challenges involved in building new projects for peaceful coexistence in the context of the global crisis, education in values and citizenship is increasingly important if we are to learn to live together in multicultural, interlinked global societies.
The financial crisis has raised questions about social cohesion and the fundamental values of citizenship in democratic societies. Globalization and social networks also pose new challenges for the shaping of identities, as digital identity now coexists with personal and social identities more deeply rooted in places and cultures.
Whether our focus is microscopic, detecting widespread concern over a crisis of values, or we take a more macroscopic view, we are addressing an age-old issue in the history of human interaction that calls for urgent attention through social and educational research and through the efforts of education professionals. The increasing complexity and diversity of contemporary society requires a social model of integration that can ensure the prevalence of a shared public culture founded on pluralism, as the cornerstone of a social, political and cultural project that acknowledges difference.
This master's degree therefore aims to meet the challenges of today's society by providing students with the tools to shape progress towards universal social responsibility.
The course is open to holders of official bachelor's degrees, equivalent undergraduate degrees and diplomas in disciplines related to social and educational work (social education, social work, education, teacher training, educational psychology, sociology, psychology and anthropology). Holders of other degrees are also welcome to apply, provided that they have a specific interest in the course content and some academic and/or professional training in the areas covered by the programme.
In this program, students will:
- Acquire a theoretical and practical perspective on values education and the practice of citizenship in multicultural societies, and learn how to incorporate this educational task into relevant professional areas: formal, informal and non-formal education; administration; the service sector; the media, and foundations and bodies that operate programs in areas related to the scientific field in this master's degree.
- Learn to plan, design, apply and evaluate projects in citizenship and values education appropriate to various areas of intervention: regional educational projects; educational plans at the local level; programs of social inclusion and attention for immigrants; evaluation of audiovisual programs and games aimed at young children and adolescents; preparation of school texts and materials in a variety of media; programs to promote civic-mindedness, health, environmental education and education on consumption.
- Learn to identify social needs, the theoretical perspectives and methodological tools required for research, and to apply and transfer the results, which is a particularly significant objective for students interested in pursuing research.
The University of Barcelona consistently ranks among the top institutions nationally, in Europe, and worldwide. Its performance in the most prestigious international rankings reflects excellence in teaching, research, knowledge transfer, and global engagement.
- Ranked 1st nationally in the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU)
- Ranked 1st nationally in the THE (Times Higher Education) World University Rankings
- Ranked 1st nationally and 68th in Europe in the QS World University Rankings
- Ranked 1st nationally and 27th in Europe in the Best Global Universities Rankings
Studying at the University of Barcelona means joining a world-class academic community recognized for its innovation and impact.
The Master's Degree in Values Education and Education in Active Citizenship is connected to the doctoral program in Education and Society of the Faculty of Education.
An education in values and for the development of active citizenship is a core interest and important task for all professionals involved in education. It is also central to those involved in non-regulated forms of education, but who are also educating others in values and training active citizens.
The master's degree offers tools required to progress in this social endeavour. Besides, it complements any academic profile with a set of competences for professional education and service for citizens, and is the starting point in research training for students interested in writing a doctoral thesis.
The Master's Degree in Values Education and Education in Active Citizenship is connected to the doctoral programme in Education and Society of the Faculty of Education.